Kayla McLaughlin

Intermediate/senior educator with qualifications in biology and chemistry, focused on promoting academic excellence in a faith-based learning environment. Committed to building students’ critical thinking skills, encouraging curiosity, and fostering respect for others. Demonstrates expertise in differentiated instruction to effectively address diverse learning needs. Fosters strong collaboration with colleagues, families, and the broader school community to enhance student success.

Semester 1 Placement: (4 weeks, October 2022)

• Grade 7 and 8 Rotary at Beaverton Public School
• Taught up to 50% course load in the subject areas of Math and Language
• Used a paper-free classroom design with a strong-technology focus (chromebooks and individual whiteboards were used)

Semester 2 Placement: (4 weeks, February 2023)

• Grade 7/8 Homeroom teacher at Thorah Central Public School
• Taught up to 50% course load in the subject areas of Science and Math
• Used a hybrid analog/technology classroom design (Paper and pens used for classwork as well as chromebooks)

Semester 3 Placement: (5 weeks, October-November 2023)

• Grade 7 and 8 Rotary for the DDSB @ Home Virtual School
• Taught up to 100% course load in the subject areas of Science and Language
• Used a 100% synchronous online learning classroom design

Semester 4 Placement: (6 weeks, March-April 2024)

• Grade 9 Science, Grade 10 Academic Science and Grade 12 Chemistry at Brock High School
• Taught a 100% course load